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Product recall · CPSCMay 12, 2010Serious
Rome Snowboards Bindings
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The snowboard binding's base plate can break at cold temperatures, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowboard bindings and contact Rome Snowboards for free replacement bindings.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Rome Snowboards at (866) 289-9990 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.romesnowboards.com
The product
This recall involves the Rome Snowboards Co. 2010 United snowboard bindings. The bindings come in black and red color themes and in sizes small, medium and large. Rome is printed on the highback. The bindings also have graphics on the back of the highback and on the rear portion of the baseplate.
Details
- Units affected
- About 2,900 in the United States and 220 in Canada
- Recall date
- May 12, 2010
- Brand
- Rome Snowboards Co., of Waterbury, Vt.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 14 reports of base plates breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Major retailers and specialty stores from August 1999 through March 2010 for between $29 and $59.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Rome Snowboards Recalls Bindings Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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